PRINT Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈprint

Definition of print

as in impression

a perceptible trace left by pressure one telltale sign that I had been napping was the print left by the chenille bedspread on my cheek

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as in photo

a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera we now get our prints developed online

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verb

as in to publish

to produce and release for distribution in printed form the newspaper's motto remains "All the News That's Fit to Print"

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Recent Examples of print

Noun

Lining the wall against the stairs leading to the second floor are art prints of different matchbooks, each from one of her favorite restaurants. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 These soft, comfortable overalls come in a choice of five colors and prints, including navy with white stars and beige with yellow stars. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

Verb

Constance, usually remarkably forthcoming, asked me not to print the song. — Sai Rajagopal, STAT, 4 Aug. 2026 Instead, contact the utility through its official website or the number printed on your bill. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for print

Recent Examples of Synonyms for print

Noun

The cumulative impression of Alice that the book leaves is of someone moving serenely through life, meeting fond blessings and awful curses both with the same calm equanimity.

— Ian Penman, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026
The early impressions of Downs were encapsulated in one moment during the team’s first training camp practice on Wednesday.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of impression

Noun

Key Facts The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said the man, identified as 38-year-old Jeanine John Taele, was arrested after appearing to monitor security preparations at the club by taking photos and video.

— Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Armstrong's old bedroom is now decorated with photos and paintings of the moon landing.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of photo

Verb

American Fortress has filed a patent for post-quantum transaction signing, but a filing establishes priority, not proof; its technical paper has not been published, and the design has not been publicly audited.

— Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Another study, published in 2023, suggested the lack of sudden, major floodwaters funneling into Lake Cahuilla, the larger historical predecessor to the Salton Sea, may have something to do with it.

— Rong-Gong Lin II Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of publish

Noun

And what is perhaps most frightening, in those despondent moments that inevitably follow the exhilarating rush, is the realization that this enveloping abyss retains the imprint of our actions.

— Jan Tumlir, Artforum, 5 Aug. 2026
Published by Penguin Press, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of imprint

Noun

The Presidential Press and Information Bureau, which released the photographs, said the meeting was held Monday morning but did not disclose the location of the meeting or provide details about what was discussed.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
The printing was done within a day, and the quality was better than expected from my phone photograph.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of photograph

Noun

And drug literature can be a hard sell for some, especially if the reader feels anxious about their own coolness, and develops a sort of you-won’t-impress-me-so-there carapace in advance as a form of self-protection.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 June 2026
Three sides of the ground impress, the two biggest especially.

— Andy Mitten, New York Times, 21 May 2026

Definition of impress

Noun

Dascha Polanco and Angela Simmons pose for a pic the 17th Annual Amazon Kids Back-to-School Fashion Show presented by Rookie Kids on July 30 in New York City.

— People Staff, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
Barker and Obsession star Inde Navarrette will pull back the curtain on the breakout box office success of the Focus Features horror pic as part of the Dialogues section.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 2026

Definition of pic

Noun

Singapore charges foreign buyers a flat 60% stamp duty at purchase rather than an annual holding tax.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 30 July 2026
Irene has blackmailed the Bohemian royal family, Carrie is a thief who has stolen rare stamps from a penniless woman unaware of their value, and Fanny disguises as a man to gain access to a bank vault.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026

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